A look back at the Philippines' tumultuous 2025: ICC arrest of Duterte, flood control anomalies, a major cabinet revamp, a shocking family accusation, and deadly storms. Explore the year's defining events.
Lapu-Lapu City Council greenlights a P4.72 billion budget for 2026, boosting employee benefits, healthcare access, and disaster resilience. Implementation starts Jan. 1, 2026.
Philippine Stock Exchange reports a 75% surge in capital raised to P144.14B in 2025, even as the PSEi fell 7.29%. Discover the key drivers and outlook for 2026.
Vice President Sara Duterte shares an update on former President Rodrigo Duterte's Christmas in The Hague. Read about the family's holiday communication and the massive Pasko Pahalipay event in Davao.
The Philippines boosts investment appeal as DTI and LRA enact rules extending land lease terms for foreign investors from 75 to 99 years, effective January 2026.
Foreign currency loans fell to $15.13B in Q3 2025, a 5% quarterly drop. Explore the impact on exporters, power firms, and the economy despite rising OFW remittance power.
A look back at the Philippines' turbulent 2025: ICC arrest of Duterte, massive flood control anomalies, a Cabinet revamp, political family drama, and devastating climate disasters. Explore the year's defining events.
A look back at the Philippines' tumultuous 2025: ICC arrest of Duterte, massive flood control scam, Cabinet revamp, a political family feud, and deadly climate disasters. Discover the year's defining moments.
New LTFRB 7 Director Eugenio Ibo Jr. prioritizes commuter convenience and modernization programs. Learn about his 25-year agency background and key plans for Central Visayas transport.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas projects December 2025 inflation within 1.2% to 2%, citing food and fuel risks. Read the central bank's full analysis and outlook.
The Philippines nears 2024's tourist numbers with 5.6 million arrivals. The DOT is optimistic for 2026, banking on the resumed e-Visa for China to boost recovery. Read more.
Foreign currency bank loans in the Philippines fell 5% to $13.13B in Q3 2025. Economists cite rising risk aversion and a strategic shift towards local borrowing. Explore the data and sector breakdown.
US President Trump and Ukraine's Zelensky report major progress on a peace framework after Florida summit. Key thorny issues remain as teams prepare for final talks. Read the latest.
Vice President Sara Duterte led the Duterte family's annual Pasko Pahalipay sa Taal in Davao City, distributing gifts to 45,000 beneficiaries. The event proceeded peacefully with robust security. Read more about this Christmas tradition.
Japan's draft defense budget for 2026 reaches a record 9.04 trillion yen, accelerating its military buildup. Discover the key projects and the historic shift in spending policy.
Cebu City mandates waste segregation in schools to ease landfill congestion. Over 120,000 students must sort trash starting Feb 2026. Learn the new rules and schedule.
Cebu City Hall will implement a strict 'No segregation, no collection' garbage policy starting February 2026 to combat landfill overflow. Learn the new rules and timeline.
Cebu City pledges strict enforcement of waste segregation and upland development moratorium in 2026 to tackle chronic flooding and trash. Will this end the seasonal crisis?
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival mandates strict waste segregation starting January 2026, with penalties for violators. The plan includes eco-bricks, rainwater catchments, and bamboo planting to combat flooding.
ICC medical experts conclude ex-President Duterte can stand trial. Prosecutors claim he feigns impairment. Key hearing date pending. Read the latest.
Mindanao Development Authority formalized five strategic MOUs with South Korean firms on Dec 10, 2025, covering renewable energy, nickel processing, and safety tech to position the region as a prime investment hub.
Davao Region officials call for integrating 'Digital Parenting' into Parent Effectiveness Services to empower parents against online child sexual abuse. Learn about the new mandate.
PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial reveals the Macau Black Bears' interest in joining the league's 50th-anniversary season. Could a new foreign team be on the horizon?
The NBA has fined the Cleveland Cavaliers $250,000 for violating its player participation policy by resting All-Star Darius Garland. This is the team's second fine this season.
Experience world-class Nikkei cuisine in Cebu! DIP Nikkei at Sheraton Mactan, led by Chef Rodrigo Serrano, offers a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese flavors with local ingredients. Discover their holiday menu now!
The Commission on Audit questions P6.8 million in Cebu Province's 2024 foreign travel expenses, citing missing docs and procurement violations. Read the full report.
The Commission on Audit uncovers P6.8M in questionable foreign travel expenses by Cebu Provincial Government in 2024, including excess baggage fees for a non-participant. Read the full report.
Nine Filipino seafarers from the attacked MV Eternity C are set for release after months of diplomatic efforts by the Philippines and Oman. Read about their ordeal and the ongoing repatriation.
DILG-Davao awaits national office guidance on the official status of Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II. Read the latest updates on the succession.
Malacañang clarifies COA's ₱14M flag on OP travel funds, citing delayed reimbursements from other agencies. Over 55% already collected. Get the full story.